Psychologist and Therapist in Plymouth, MN
Plymouth Psychologist and Therapist
Life in Plymouth, Minnesota, and around the United States can be difficult sometimes. While some people struggle with anxiety, others find themselves setting such high expectations that it becomes more and more difficult to reach them. Yet others are struggling with codependency or boundaries. Whatever the issue, we all deserve happiness, and I spend my time trying to help people find that happiness through all of life’s challenges.
Over the years, I’ve worked with lots of people in Plymouth as a psychologist and therapist and helped them to overcome their challenging obstacles. From perfectionism to burnout, stress management to indecision, I will do what I can to remove frustration and confusion from your life. Sometimes, it feels like somebody forgot to give us a handbook for coping with life. Therapy and counseling are like finally acquiring that handbook and finding confidence and calmness among whatever life has thrown our way.
You’ll see a contact form around the website, so please feel free to get in touch with me. Equally, you can email dr.rachel@betterbalancepsychology.com or call 763-294-9957. Whatever your preferred contact method, I’d love to hear from you.
How a Psychologist & Therapist in Plymouth, MN Can Help?
First and foremost, there are various techniques I use in sessions depending on what I think will benefit you the most; please don’t think that therapy with me is a one-size-fits-all approach. Over time, I’ll use an objective opinion and my experience to steer the sessions in the right direction. One thing you can always expect from me is honesty and transparency - with these two in tow, you’ll get the most from each session and won’t walk away with more questions than answers.
For example, I might deploy the following during a session:
Emotion-focused strategies
Cognitive challenging
Motivational interviewing
Values assessment and aligned living clarification
At this point, I should state that no therapist or psychologist will suit every single person who needs help. Connections are key, and sometimes personalities just don’t align. This being said, we’re likely to generate positive results together if you can agree to the following:
You want to live a bold and confident life
You don’t mind taking feedback or answering questions
You want to explore a world where you think and feel differently
You’re happy with a conversational, and even light-hearted approach (at times)
You want to celebrate small victories
You want a straightforward experience - no BS
Something else you should know about me is that I love humor - often, humor unlocks progress. This is something that I’ve learned over the years, and I’ve noticed it in endless clients. Sometimes, we’ll lighten the mood. However, we’ll always return to business and attempt to move closer to your overall goals in the end. Nothing is ever done arbitrarily.
My Areas of Expertise in Plymouth
At this point, you probably want to know the sort of assistance I can provide. So, here are my areas of expertise:
Perfectionism
While we all want to achieve something in life, there is such a thing as setting expectations that are too high, both for yourself and for those around you. This is certainly a trait that many people have, but you don’t need to put up with this behavior if it starts affecting your happiness and relationships. With perfectionism counseling in Plymouth, you can learn to control perfectionism and reduce the negative impact it has on your life.
Healthy Boundaries
Whether it’s a relationship with your spouse, a parent, or any other person in your life, boundaries are an integral part of that relationship. Sadly, these boundaries aren’t very well-defined in some relationships, and it can cause tension and turmoil. Rather than allowing poor boundaries to eat away at a relationship that’s important to you, consider working on this area of your life. I promise, you’ll thank yourself later.
Stress Management
We all know that stressful situations can arise in life, whether it’s a work meeting, relocation, or going on a first date. But stress should never take over your life to a point where you don’t even recognize yourself.
Stress can lead to panic attacks, difficulty breathing, fatigue, burnout, sleep problems, muscle aches, chest pains, GI upset, anger, and more. It’s time to put yourself first and find ways to manage stress. I can’t promise that you won’t ever be in a stressful situation again, but I can help you develop the tools to deal with it when it threatens to become too much.
Codependency
We expect things from the people in our lives, and they expect things from us. Yet, there comes a time when you can become overly dependent on others. Have you lost the ability to be happy by yourself? Perhaps you’re worried that your partner or friend is overly reliant on you. If the balance in your relationship needs addressing, feel free to reach out for help.
People-Pleasing
Like codependency and perfectionism, people-pleasing is another area that has a fine balance, and it’s easy to tip into an area where it becomes too much. Pleasing others generates a nice, warm feeling inside, but this doesn’t mean that you should forget about yourself. With this in mind, our sessions will focus on getting clearer on your wants and needs, and then changing the dynamics between you and others for the better.
High Achievers
One of the biggest issues with being a high achiever is that it feels as though the goalposts are continually moving which can result in anxiety, disappointment, frustration, and sadness. Striving for positive results is fantastic, but you shouldn’t ever ignore your emotional needs. So, now is the time to set realistic goals so you can feel momentum, fulfillment, and contentment.
Burnout
In the modern world, it’s critical to spot the signs of burnout because it can be so dangerous for your physical and mental health. Rather than just feeling ‘tired’, symptoms of burnout include:
Exhaustion
Loss of enjoyment of hobbies
Self-doubt
Feeling trapped or helpless
Sadness
Irritability
Having a negative outlook
Immune system depletion
The worrying thing about burnout is that you can stop feeling like yourself - it’s like watching a version of yourself from a distance that you don’t recognize. Trust me, I understand what you’re going through. Let’s get you feeling like yourself again.
Indecision
Have you ever been accused of being too polite while inside you wrestle between menu options or what shoes to wear? Do you look at people with jealousy as they make decisions with carefree abandon while small and large decisions alike tie you up in knots? Small decisions are difficult, and large ones are just ignored for as long as possible because they’re so scary. I will help you explore the causes of your indecision and find ways to overcome their associated challenges in a safe space.
Contact Me Today
I offer a safe, understanding space where you can explore your challenges and learn more about yourself. You’re not broken, you’re not damaged, you just need to grab that instruction handbook to learn how to find clarity, calmness, and happiness.
Life comes with challenges, decisions, and difficulty - I want to help you find confidence and happiness both in yourself and with others as you navigate the hours, days, weeks, months, and years ahead. Feel free to drop me an email at dr.rachel@betterbalancepsychology.com or call 763-294-9957. Let’s get the conversation started!